South Africa’s left-arm spinner Keshav Maharaj was the star of the show in the 1st ODI, earning the Player of the Match award for his outstanding bowling performance. Maharaj showcased his skill and accuracy, breaking crucial partnerships and keeping the opposition under constant pressure.
His disciplined spell not only restricted the scoring rate but also ensured South Africa maintained control throughout the innings. Maharaj’s ability to deliver in key moments proved decisive, as the Proteas secured a solid victory to go 1-0 up in the series.
With this brilliant effort, Maharaj reaffirmed his value as a dependable match-winner in the limited-overs format. South Africa will be looking to carry this momentum into the remaining matches as they eye a series win.